Advocating for the needs of rural America has become more important than ever before. We advocate for rural people and communities who might not have the resources and time to connect with the actions and decisions happening in Washington that affect their lives. RCAP advocates for policies at the federal level that will positively affect rural lives, educates policymakers on important issues, and brings together coalitions of organizations focused on rural issues.  Our work continues to make a lasting impact on policy and funding that will benefit rural America for years to come.

Learn more about RCAP’s current policy priorities here.

Data, information and stories on important topics affecting rural communities not only help build greater awareness for the issues, they also help us understand the efficacy and impact of our work. We undertake research on a wide range of topics including: regionalization, economic development, technical, managerial, and financial challenges faced by communities, water utilities and more. We work both independently and in collaboration with like-minded partners. Some of our research thus far has been used by policymakers, led to additional research initiatives, and created new partnerships to better support the communities we serve.